I've been seeing a little bit of information on bluetooth transmitters, I kind of understand it but would certainly like to understand some more. Does anyone use these devices on their scanners? What would be a good one to purchase? How far apart can they be? I guess I'm just looking for some more info on these products. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

about two years ago i got one for my girlfriend, she has a 396xt. got the unit on amazon and will try to find the model number. it works great she has paired it with headphones,the wireless on the entertainment center and a little portable speaker. range varies 30ft with headphones 6 ft with the little speaker. we duoble sided taped it to the radio. also it was a stereo transmitter (to match the headphone jack on the radio)
so yes it works now go have fun.

It would be more convenient if the manufacturers build BT into the radios and scanners. It cost a fraction of the external "arrangements" for BT chip, battery drain would also insignificant especially with BT on and off button and 2-3 people could enjoy scanner on the Air Show via BT receiver! Cellphones have it no reason why Radios don't have it.

I know some cobra CB's had Bluetooth, i actual thought they passed a law a few years ago that would force these companies to get the hands free built into the radios. Not sure if it passed or not in Canada but they were talking about it... It would be nice to have in radios to say the least.

Most are worded something like "Handheld electronic communication device"

Yes but their was talk of getting the CRTC to get the radio makers (Uniden, Motorola, kenwood etc) to make their mobile devices hands free. Guess it was dropped later for just a hand held device ban.... Mostly the 2 way radios they were after.

Yes, some Yaesu mobiles and handhelds have the ability to use BT, either by it being built in or with an option board. You can use VOX or tap the headset to transmit. I personally don't use the VOX when driving, to keep the repeaters clean....

Also some Motorola's have BT capabilites, though the BT ear pieces are pretty pricey. Can't recall what the kit for my APX cost, but IIRC around $250 or so.